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Free Food Resources for LA County Residents During COVID-19 Crisis
Source: LA County COVID-19 Emergency Operations Center & Altadena Town Council
Los Angeles County is committed to preventing hunger and ensuring access to food for all residents. The County is currently mobilizing a Countywide response to hunger by coordinating public agencies, nonprofits, and volunteers to provide meals to anyone in need during the weeks and months to come.

Altadena Libraries Celebrate National Library Week
As National Library Week comes to an end, Altadena Library District Director Nikki Winslow shared a video message highlighting the ways that our community can continue to find a sense of place at the library, even when the physical buildings are closed. View Nikki's video message >>
The Altadena Library Board of Trustees will host their monthly Board Meeting virtually on Monday, April 27 at 5:00pm . Public comment can be submitted ahead of time by visiting www.altadenalibrary.org/publiccomment or emailing kchaney@altadenalibrary.org .
Resources and Services Available for People with Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Concerns During COVID-19
Source: County of Los Angeles
Los Angeles County recognizes that staying home is not always a safe option for victims experiencing domestic violence during the COVID-19 crisis. According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, from 2019 to 2020, domestic violence calls for services have risen in LA County from 863 to 933, an 8.11 percent increase. For people experiencing domestic violence amid the  Safer at Home Order , there are services and resources available 24/7 for those who need it. You are not alone.

Altadena Farmers Market Accepts Online Orders for Curbside, No Contact Pick-Up
Online ordering for next week pick-up is now open and will remain open until reaching 300 orders.

2020 Census: Altadena Reaches 59% Response Rate

As the national response rate for the 2020 Census reaches 51.8%, the average response rate for Altadena's Census Tracts is 59.4% (as of April 23). With the new option to submit your response online, responding to the census has never been easier.
It's about representation, redistricting, and federal funding. Shape your future!
LA County Department of Animal Care and Control Waives Adoption Fees for All Animals
Source: LA County Emergency Operations Joint Information Center
The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) is currently waiving adoption fees at all seven animal care centers in an effort to quickly place animals in homes during the COVID-19 crisis. The fee waived adoptions are possible thanks to an $80,000 grant DACC was awarded from the Petco Foundation to support life-saving efforts for Los Angeles County animals. Those in LA County wishing to adopt must first make an appointment to visit their local care center by going to  www.animalcare.lacounty.gov .

Poetry & Cookies Virtual Celebration
Source: Friends of the Altadena Library
Every year, poets from around our community gather to share their work featured in the Altadena Poetry Review Anthology and connect with community members over their shared love of the art form. This Sunday, April 26 at 12:45pm , the Altadena Library will continue this tradition in a new way. Poetry & Cookies will be presented digitally, including an opening recitation by Tongva elder and poet Gloria Arellanes, ceremonial passing of the laurels from our current Altadena Poets Laureate to the new Poets Laureate, and readings by poets from the Altadena Literary Review Anthology.

Heatwave Precautions
Source: LA County Department of Public Health
High temperatures have been forecast for many areas throughout LA County. As the Safer at Home Order remains in effect, Public Health would like to remind everyone that precautions should be taken to avoid heat-related illness, especially by older adults, young children, outdoor workers, athletes, and people with a chronic medical condition, among others, who are especially sensitive to negative health impacts from extreme heat. Public Health offers the following recommendations during high temperatures:
  • Drink plenty of water and keep hydrated throughout the day.
  • If you must go out, plan your day to avoid going out during the hottest hours, and wear sunscreen. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothes, and bring a hat or umbrella with you.
  • Cars get very hot. Don't leave children or pets in cars, and call 911 if you see a child or pet in a car alone.
  • Beware of heat-related illness, like heat stroke and call 911 if you see these symptoms: high body temperature, vomiting, and pale and clammy skin.
  • Check on those at risk, like the sick, older adults, pregnant women, and children.
  • Avoid working out wearing face coverings or masks not intended for athletic purposes; this means avoiding contact with others while you work out.
Reminder: Altadena is an unincorporated area of Los Angeles County, so all community services (public health, emergency, law enforcement, etc.), except for the Altadena Libraries, are operated through Los Angeles County. The Altadena Library is an independent special library district.